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Review Bewilderwood Norfolk the kids adventure park

Review Bewilderwood Norfolk- We visited Norfolk for my birthday weekend and stayed near Cromer with Original Cottages. I knew as soon as we had decided on our destination that I wanted to take the kids to Bewilderwood. Having eyed it previously when Charlie was a toddler and we had a week away in Norfolk. The question of course is did it live up to my expectations? Spoiler alert the 20-acre adventure park in Norfolk more than lived up to our expectations. With an added little sprinkling of fairy dust. We had a brilliant day out at Bewilderwood this should definitely be on your list if visiting the Norfolk Broads with children.

Where is BeWILDerwood

Bewilderwood is located North East of Norwich. In the heart of the Norfolk broads, use NR12 8JW in your sat nav. It is also possible to reach Bewilderwood Norfolk by public transport. The closest train stations are Wroxham station and Hoveton direction where you can catch a taxi. You can use the following address to find Bewilderwood Horning Road, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8JW United Kingdom. 

Review Bewilderwood Norfolk – our BeWILDerwood experience

Instead of my usual review, I wanted to focus on the reasons why these top destinations need to be on the must-visit list. Since our visit, there is also now a Bewilderwood Cheshire. 

Encourages Imagination

Bewilderwood is based on books and poems written by local children’s author Tom Blofeld. Who is also the creator of Bewilderwood and based on his book series. It’s magical from the moment you enter being transported into a world of Twiggles and Bogglers. There are hints of intriguing characters from the moment you walk in and their curious difference. With a sock washing line at the entrance and colourful little magical treehouses throughout. In the miniature twiggle villages and lazy boat rides through the marshes to get you into the imaginative adventure park itself. 

During the boat trips the story is brought alive further as you hear about the adventurous creatures. Swampy and my favourite Mildred the Crocklebog. It’s a lovely way to enter the mystical land. If there is a big queue during busy times and your little ones can not wait for the Bewilderwood boat. Then you can also walk along the scaaaaary lake which really isn’t a scaaaary lake in the slightest. It takes about fifteen minutes, and during this time you walk down the peaceful pathways past many of the Boggles magical tree houses.

Bewilderwood norfolk some of the theming in the Norfolk adventure park

One of the little tree houses at Bewilderwood Norfolk

A storybook showing the story of th Boggles at Review Bewilderwood Nortfolk

One of the boats that take you down the river and into the theme park

Charlie sitting in the boat waiting to see the theme park - Norfolk adventure park

Good old-fashioned fun at Bewilderwood Norfolk

Bewilderwood is made up of a series of different themed play areas in a curious treehouse adventure setting. Each one has different activities. The boys loved them all but the great thing is that if your child is not keen on one particular area there is a good chance there will be another they will love. I really like that the majority of it is wooden elevated play areas. There are no flashing lights, no mechanical fairground-style noisy rides and nothing to tempt money from your pocket.

Except for perhaps the very well-priced food on offer in the snack shack and munch bar. It was nice not to see the usual junk food that you normally find at a theme park. Although there are also picnic areas. As well as the very cute soft toys that accompany the books in the gift shop.

The areas in the forest of family fun, range from super long zip wires (wobbly wires) and the highest and steepest slides I have ever seen (slippery slopes). There is a marvelous muddle maze, on the ground and in the tree top the giant sky maze. As well as more rope bridges and tunnels than you can count on two hands. Plus I must not forget Charlie’s favourite the den building where you can make your own cosy cabin. You really do need a full day to enjoy the imaginative outdoor adventure park.

An example of the menu at the snack shack at Bewilderwood

Harry trying out one of the slides

Charlie trying out on of the slides

One o the many mazes at Bewilderwood

Activities Galore at Bewilderwood

It’s so much more than a giant playground. As well as the wooden play areas there is also a craft area in the big hat. When we visited there was also face painting, at no extra cost and you could make headdresses or spoon people. Again included in the ticket price.

Right next to it was a little mud kitchen all set up and ready to play with. With brightly coloured bottles of water, little bowls and various cooking implements it was very appealing. There are also shows throughout the day on the storytelling stage ideal for younger children. Where exerts from the books come to life in front of your very eyes. Bewilderwood has a packed events schedule and a wide array of special events which you can find on their website. There really is something for the whole family.

details of everything that is going on at Bewilderwood norfolk displayed on the boards at the entrance. Norfolk adventure park

The mud kitchen exploration area at Bewilderwood Norfolk review.

Encourages the boys to try new things

As I write this I am not sure I am 100% that this is a good thing! Harry decided he wanted to be like his big brother and went down one of the tallest slides he could find. It was a little bit heart in your mouth moment but the giggles that followed made it all worth it. Little bags are provided for them to place on their feet and hold onto the handles so that there is less friction. Which does mean they go really fast. But it does also ensure they stay upright.

Charlie is a daredevil so there was no stopping him. He took every obstacle in his stride. He really doesn’t have any fear. Even the zip lines which are by far the longest he has been on he mastered on his first attempt. I really like the natural surroundings which has plenty of shade under the tree canopy.

Charlie at the end of the slide

Harry posing in one of th sky mazes

Constantly being developed

Sometimes places can start to stagnate. But one of the things I like about Bewilderwood is that they are looking to continually develop the park. With the recent opening of the Towering Treetop Tangles. Which is an adventure play area in the sky and has obstacles that are different to the others. The brightly coloured flowers around the top make it ideal for a game of hide and seek.

One of the playareas at Bewilderwood Norfolk

It’s the little things that matter

Even the husband was impressed with how much thought had gone into everything. With colourful little houses put aside for nursing, feedback cards and all the details high up in the trees. The models provide a hint of intriguing characters created by the local author in the character world of Boggles.

All the staff were very friendly and would not be surprised if many are also actors and children entertainers. They told the stories with such imagination and passion, it really helped to bring them alive to people who had never heard of the books before.

breast feeding hut at Bewilderwood

The play area for the smaller children at Review Bewilderwood norfolk adventure park

Harry hiding in a den

We have never been anywhere like it

We are so lucky to have the opportunity to go on many different adventures and review days out. It’s very rare when we find something that is truly different to anywhere we have been previously. This Norfolk adventure park, Bewilderwood has achieved this and I hope that our Bewilderwood Review gets that across to you. We spent the best part of the day playing in the woods having so much fun in the already striking natural playground.

The boys were lost in their imaginations as they laughed and ran, giggled and tumbled across the play equipment for endless hours. Much of it is adult size which also means you get to relive the wonderment too if you would like.

some of the magical tree houses where the Boggles live at Review Bewilderwood

A little house at Bewilderwood

Things you need to know about the Norfolk Adventure Park

  • There is plenty of free parking close to the entrance.
  • Unsurprisingly it is one of the best family days out in the local area. Therefore extremely popular especially during the school summer holidays.
  • There is plenty of yummy food if you do not want to bring a picnic or your own food. Just make sure you save some space for the famous Norfolk ice cream.
  • Lots of things to do for children of all ages even smaller children. Harry was only three when we visited for the first time. The older kids will love the treacherous trail and cross jungle bridges.
  • Make sure you check their website as they have lots of events and understand some of the characters beforehand for the daily story before visiting.
  • bewilderwood prices – the entry price starts from £19.50 depending on your age and height. By booking tickets in advance online you will get the best prices.
  • The park is open from February to October. It is open longer during the Summer months. While during the colder months, it is only open at weekends and school holidays so best to check bewilderwood opening times for more information on opening times and dates.

 

We had a wonderful day at Bewilderwood on our wild adventure. I would highly recommend a visit to this enchanted place if you are local. It is such a brilliant experience. You really do need the whole day to make the most of this wonderful day out in Norfolk. So make sure you leave ample time to enjoy the fun. We will be returning and we are already planning our return next year when we are visiting Norfolk again.

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30 Responses

  1. They have certainly chosen the right name for this attraction – easy to see just how much your boys enjoyed it!

  2. So pleased you all had a wonderful time. I love the toothy smile from Monkey. Bewilderwood is a magical place to visit.

  3. Looks like a really fun day out and looks like you enjoy it.

  4. Oh wow that looks like an amazing place for some summer adventures – looks like you could spend hours there!

  5. looks fab here i would love to take the girls

  6. It really is such a fab place. I love how they have really thought things through there, it is all so imaginative and a perfect day out for the kids.

  7. We love a holiday in Norfolk and will definitely be paying here a visit. It looks like such fun #BloggerClubUK

  8. The attraction looks so interesting! Perfect for my boy. I would love to go there one day. Thanks a lot for sharing.

  9. Oh wow, this looks like such a wonderful place to take little ones! It seems like a magical world for them at Bewilderwood.

  10. Looks a great place to take the family!

  11. It looks amazing. It is somewhere I have wanted to visit let alone my kids! Looks like you had a great birthday weekend.

  12. This is a beautiful place and looks like it has a lot of fun activities for kids as well. Definitely worth a family visit. Your little ones look like they were having so much fun.

  13. Somewhere new for us to explore – looks terrific

  14. The place looks to be amazing. My kid will love it

  15. I’ve lived in Norwich for 5 years now and still haven’t been. It looks fantastic in your pictures and I love the way it all seems so magical. Also love the nursing nook!

  16. This place looks amazing! I’d never heard of Tom Bolfeld before, but the entrance in your first photo reminds me a little of the visuals in the movie Big Fish.

  17. the place looks fantastic! So much fun for the whole family and the decorations is way too cute!

  18. Perfect place for summer outings…. It’s nice that you and your kids really enjoyed the place… Thanks for sharing..!

  19. This is such an wonderful place to visit, a good place where you can play and learn. I am sure kids will really enjoyed their time being there.

  20. This looks really funand I think my grandchildren would have a fantastic time here!

  21. Looks like such a cool place for kids to explore and have fun. I wish there were more of these places around when I was a kid!

  22. Bewilderwood seems like a great place to visit and one that you and your family enjoys greatly!

  23. Oh wow! This is so perfect place for kids and I am so sure that always brings the fun. I love to take my son there. I love it ☻

  24. Oh I really want to take the kids here but it’s too far as a day trip, so need to stay over somewhere close by. It looks so good

  25. What a neat place! I hadn’t heard of this before, but I love how it gets kids outdoors and exploring and having fun. Looks like such a cool destination for families.

  26. Such a great place to take the kids!

  27. That looks like it’d be an absolute blast with kids! Thanks for sharing this!

  28. This place looks great for Family day! My younger heart runs through my skin once again while scanning the photos!

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